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Deadly Venezuela Earthquakes, Trump Battles the GOP, Taylor's Wedding and more Jun 25, 2026

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Rescues are underway after deadly earthquakes rock Venezuela. GOP infighting after President’s Trump's fiery visit to Capitol Hill. New clues point to New York’s Madison Square Garden as a potential venue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding. Trump kicks off the Great American State Fair with a rally. Plus, one spider's spring-loaded death trap.

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Oil Prices Down, New NYC Corruption Charges, Pulisic Eyes Comeback Jun 24, 2026

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President Donald Trump’s refusal to sign a major housing affordability bill may likely be an empty threat. Good news on oil prices after progress in US-Iran peace talks. We have the latest accusations of wrongdoing against former New York Mayor Eric Adams’ administration. More problems for an all-girls camp in Texas nearly a year after deadly floods. Plus, a US soccer star is keeping his World Cup dreams alive.

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Housing Bill Headache, Palisades Fire Deliberations, Freshmen Dominate NBA Draft and More Jun 24, 2026

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President Trump says he won’t sign a bipartisan housing bill until his stalled voting legislation gets moving. The US attorney’s office in Chicago is in disarray after issues around recent grand jury presentations. Jury deliberations begin in the trial of the man accused of starting the deadly and historically destructive Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. An independent United Nations commission found Israel is deliberately targeting children during its ongoing genocide of the Gaza Strip. And another NBA draft class is full of freshmen.

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Raging Wildfires, Primary Results, World's Loudest Man and more Jun 24, 2026

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NYC Mayor Mamdani proves the weight of his endorsements in the local primary. Evacuations continue as crews battle two wildfires in Utah. Congress overwhelmingly passes a sweeping bill to lower housing costs. Tesla disputes a claim that the car in a deadly Texas crash, was on autopilot. Plus, an Australian man has been crowned as the world's loudest person.

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Nuclear Monitoring Dispute, Trump’s Economic Speech, Europe Heatwave and more Jun 23, 2026

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We start with mixed messaging between the US and Iran over nuclear inspections in Tehran. We’re tracking shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and how stranded seafarers are getting help. President Donald Trump took a victory lap in a key swing state over his economic agenda. The Trump administration scored a legal win in a push for fast-track deportations. Plus, what some tourists are doing to beat the heat.

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SCOTUS Opinions, Primary Day, World Cup Watergate and more Jun 23, 2026

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The Supreme Court dropped a decision on religion freedom today, as major opinions on many key issues loom. Primaries today in New York offer a preview of the ideological battles to come for Democrats in 2028. Intelligence agencies from around the world say the timeline for AI-driven cyber threats isn’t years away – it could be months. Savannah Guthrie makes an emotional plea in light of new information about her mom’s disappearance. World Cup fans are booing in the middle of matches and it has nothing to do with the action on the field.

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DNI purge, New Nancy Guthrie Info, Prison Time For Pool “Vandals" and more Jun 23, 2026

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According to sources, firings have begun at the Director of National Intelligence Office. According to a downed US pilot, Iranian drones swarmed him like “jellyfish.” A note linked to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance claims she died. President Trump threatens prison time for reflecting pool "vandalism". Plus, Merlin The Duck, Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot meets a president.

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DOJ Subpoenas Unconstitutional, Lionel Messi Breaks Record, Clive Davis Dies and more Jun 22, 2026

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The Trump Administration is threatening to withhold millions in federal funds unless some states adopt election changes. The Justice Department’s immigration enforcement probe in Minnesota is facing a legal setback. Judge in Charlie Kirk killing delays contempt ruling; we tell you why. A soccer superstar makes World Cup history. And, music titan Clive Davis has passed away.

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Iran Talks Progress, Alan Greenspan Dies, Serena Williams Returning and more Jun 22, 2026

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Vice President JD Vance gives an update on the US talks with Iran. A warehouse fire in Los Angeles is challenging firefighters and causing health concern for residents. Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan has died 100.And after stepping away from tennis for years, Serena Williams is making a singles comeback at Wimbledon.

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Deadly Tesla Crash, UK PM to Resign, AI Helps Conjoined Twins and more Jun 22, 2026

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UK PM Keir Starmer announces his resignation plans. Iran reports progress in talks, despite more threats. Tornadoes sweep across the Midwest, with at least two people killed. A Tesla slams into a Texas home, killing a grandmother. Plus, AI helps separate conjoined twins.

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